Read on to find out about the activities we've planned for grades 7-12 this winter. As usual, we have a lot going on. Stop by anytime during Edge hours to say hello and find out more about the Edge.

Edge Hours

Monday – Thursday: 3:00-8:00 p.m.
Friday: 3:00-6:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: 1:00-5:00 p.m.

Drop-in Activities

No registration is required for these ongoing programs for grades 7-12.

Video Game Time
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday during Edge hours.

Tech Tuesday
Youth in grades 4-12 will learn about new technology topics on select Tuesdays at 4:30 p.m.

Thoughtful Thursday
Take time for a meditative art project on Thursdays at 4:00 p.m.
Thursday, December 5: Holiday Cards
Thursday, December 12: Holiday Cross Stitch
Thursday, December 19: Holiday Button Making

Programs

Do Gooders
Monday December 2 at 3:30 p.m.
Edge Media Lab
Teens
Teens in grades 7-12 can earn community service hours by attending Do Gooders meetings. We work on projects to benefit the library or other local organizations and plan future After Hours events. No registration is required.

Poetry Slam
Wednesday December 4 at 7:00 p.m.
Virtual
Teens, Adults
Join Zork for our monthly virtual Poetry Slam!

Beginner Stitching: DIY Stitch Markers
Thursday December 5 at 6:00 p.m.
Auditorium
Teens, Adults
Learn to make stitch markers to use for counting stitches in knitting or crocheting projects. Registration required. 

After Hours
Friday December 6 at 6:00 p.m.
Teens
The Library offers a fun, unprogrammed time ONLY for White Plains teens in grades 9-12. Games, crafts, coloring, food, hanging out, video games, karaoke, virtual experiences, dancing, are all just some of the things that could be going on! Teens must be in grades 9-12 and able to show White Plains residence.

Healthy Relationships
Monday December 9 at 4:00 p.m.
Edge Media Lab
Teens
Join us for a discussion about healthy dynamics in all types of relationships. We'll examine behaviors that are controlling and damaging as well as healthy behaviors. For high school students. No registration required.

Beginner Stitching
Monday December 9 at 6:30 p.m.
Museum Gallery
Teens, Adults
Learn the basics of knitting and crochet with Kat and Cecelia! We will teach beginner stitches and provide yarn and the needles/hook needed to make a practice square. Experienced crafters are welcome to attend any session; registration is required for beginners. Space for learners is limited in order to provide a good experience for everyone. Email Kat at kcarroll@whiteplainslibrary.org to register or ask questions.

Wanderhome
Friday December 13 at 4:30 p.m.
Edge Media Lab
Grades 7 – 12
Wanderhome is a relaxed journey through the peaceful land of the same name, a land where characters build their journey location by location and grow together as they travel. No previous RPG experience needed, as Wanderhome is rules-light! We'll continue the game begun in January. **Potential new members please email Erica at eroberts@whiteplainslibrary.org before coming**

Financial Literacy for Teens
Monday December 16 at 4:00 p.m.
Virtual
Teens, Parents
During the Financial Literacy for Teens workshop students will learn how to make wise financial decisions to promote financial well-being over their lifetime. This is a virtual event using the Zoom Platform. Please register for the event here (be sure to include your email address) and the appropriate Zoom information will be sent to you in a timely manner.

Teen Movie Night
Tuesday December 17 at 5:00 p.m.
The Edge
Grades 7 – 12
Join us for a movie in the Edge. The movie will be selected through a poll on the Edge whiteboard during the previous week. This event is for teens in grades 7-12.

STEAM Saturday
Saturday December 21 at 2:00 p.m.
Galaxy Hall
Grades 4-8
Students will learn the science behind why things are as they are while also unlocking the creative side of their brains through a hands-on experience with STEM experiments. Topics will include biology, chemistry, physics, environmental science, and computer science. Tickets will be given out starting 30 minutes prior to the program at the Compass Desk in the Trove.

Igloo Virtual Tour: Visit a College
Monday December 23 at 4:00 p.m.
The Igloo
Teens
This session will a tour of the University or college campus of your choice. Experience Virtual Reality (VR) without a headset in the library's newly installed panoramic content room. Views from 360° content and more will be provided in this fun series of programs. Technology installed by Igloo Vision and funded by the Library Foundation/Optimum.; Location is in the Optimum Technology Room, formerly Room A (near the entrance of the Trove on the 2nd floor). Seating can be provided if requested, but attendees are encouraged to stand (or sit on the carpeted floor) during the presentation.